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MINNEAPOLIS MINN Historical Society DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST.PAUL Defective Page VOL. 4 Single Copies 5 Cents Segregation in the Christian Church. While it might seem fit to some persons to have the colored members of the Protestant Episcopal church presided over by a bishop of their race, it is also the opinion of the majority that there should be no race segregation in that denomination in so far as official rank is concerned. Furthermore, should a bishop ever be selected from the ranks of the colored membership he should not be restricted to any particular race, but given charge of a diocese. Should there be churches with white members and churches with colored members he must necessarily be the bishop over each. True Christianity does not segregate after the manner of the world. Educating Public Against Disease. Dr. Oscar Dowling of Shreveport, La., president of the Louisiana state board of health, has been traveling over the state in the "educational-hygiene exhibit train" recently in the special interest of the colored people, giving close attention to health conditions among them. By lectures and moving pictures Dr. Dowling and his assistants have been showing the public how to prevent tuberculosis, pneumonia and other diseases from decimating their ranks. Schedule of College Football Games. The schedule of games between the football teams of Hampton Institute, Lincoln, Shaw and Howard universities for the month of November is as follows: Lincoln against Hampton at Lincoln university Saturday, Nov. 8; Howard against Hampton at Hampton Nov. 14; Shaw against Hampton at Hampton Thursday, Nov. 27. The players are already practicing for the contests with marked vigor. Church Holds Double Celebration. The pastor and members of the Nazarene Congregational church in B-oooklyn celebrated the fortieth anniversary of the founding of the church the last week in October and concluded with an observance of the third anniversary of the pastorate of the Rev. A. P. Miller, whom the church called as pastor three years ago. The late A. J. Henry had been pastor of this congregation for eighteen years at the time of his death a few years ago. THE LYNCHING OF JOE M'NEELY RAVAGES OF STRONG DRINK Good and Evil Effect of the Influence of the Public Press Shown In Editorial Comment In Reference to the Killing of Police Officer L. L. Wilson In Charlotte, N. C. Salisbury, N. C.—That a well edited press in the south, representing everything that stands for justice and the advancement of Afro-Americans, meets the approval of some of the leading white publications of the south is evidenced in the following editorial from Collier's Weekly. The editor of the Piedmont Advocate, this city, wrote an editorial on the lynching of Joe McNeely in Charlotte, and after quoting the able editorial of the editor of the Piedmont Advocate the editor of Collier's Weekly, under the caption "Some White Man," says: "This time it happened at Charlotte, N. C. A Negro named Joe McNeely, filled and crazed with cocaine and bad whisky" (we quote a North Carolina paper), shot and perhaps mortally wounded a police officer. L. L. Wilson. Joe had run amuck with a gun, and the officer was 'after him.' The sequel is commonplace enough—a mob lynch-ed the guilty Negro. But was that Negro really guilty? The question is not one of identity. Though lynchers often enough punish the wrong man, there was no mistake as to the individual Negro. But the newspaper we have quoted asked four pointed questions: "Who is responsible for the bad whisky that fills our south? Who is it that makes the ignorant, degraded Negro his tool for the commission of all kinds of crime? Who is it that does but that terrible thing—cocaine—with which the Negroes in ever increasing numbers are becoming crazed? Who are running blind tigers and "clubs" and places of ill fame and gambling? "We talk about 'bad Negroes—and no one denies that they exist. But it is bad whites upon whom the final responsibility for these outrages rests—yes, and a part of it, too, upon us responsible citizens who tolerate their practices. But for the bad whites, who concoct and dispense poison, Joe McNeely would not have run amuck. Who ever heard of a Negro distiller of "nigger gin"? For but for bad whites Officer Wilson would be on his heat today, and murder by mob would not have blackened Charlotte's good name as a municipality. We wish that the southern press would make a practice of printing the names of the men who make money out of the drinks and drugs that debauch Negroes. "We wish that the mob spirit would take the form of running these men out of the towns they disgrace. Social punishment is most cruelly efficacious, as every schoolgirl knows, and might even have its effect upon the smug distillers at Louisville who flood the malls with advertisements of bottled vice. And cruelty is justice here, for, while a Negro murderer is at worst a dangerous beast, the man who makes money out of stimulating crime is unnameable, unclean." The editor of the Piedmont Advocate is Professor W. B. Crittenden, an unassuming man but the right type of man for a molder of character. He received his elementary training in New England schools and graduated from the high school at Medford. Mass. He then matriculated at Oberlin and graduated with honors. He had the distinguished honor to be on the junior exhibition at this institution, and the first field day at Oberlin he won a medal. As a pedagogue he is one of the leading factors in educating the youth of the race. For seven years he was head of the academic department of St. Augustin school. Raleigh, but resigned this position to teach chemistry and higher mathematics at Livingstone college, this city, where he has been for the past twelve years. He very ably represented the A. M. E. Zion connection and Livingstone college, the leading institution of this denomination, at the universal races congress which met in London in 1911. MAKING FIGHT FOR JUSTICE Recent Events Show Growing Resentment Against Race Segregation. No man ever gave utterance to words fright with more truth than those of Lincoln when he asserted "this republic can not long endure half slave and half free." And because of the belief in such a sentiment the colored people are making dignified protests throughout the country against discrimination on account of race and color. The late Stewart L. Woodford said on one occasion while speaking at a literary society of Afro-Americans in Brooklyn in which he voiced the sentiments of his white fellow citizens, "We never freed the slaves until we had to, and we will never accord to them as free men all the rights and privileges which belong to them until we have to." Crispus Attucks, credited as being the first to shed his blood in the American Revolution, said to his comrades when he saw the British troops advancing on Boston, "Strike at the root, for there is the nest." Mrs. A. W. Hunton at the Beecher centennial celebration in Brooklyn, Oct. 21, in the course of an able address on Beecher's attitude toward freedom for the colored race said that the colored people should fight color prejudice to death. The open letter to President Wilson recently sent from the Constitution league, the Boston and Baltimore protest mass meetings are all indications of the growing spirit of resentment among colored Americans against injustice in all of its hideous forms. Internal Revenue Collector Blalock. *MOKE THE RELIABLE 50 SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR 50 NORTH CAROLINA BAPTISTS MEET Forty-sixth Annual Gathering of State Religious and Educational Convention Notable For Harmony and Enthusiasm—Workers Manifest Desire to Be Helpful. By GEORGE F. KING. Rocky Mount, N. C.—The forty-sixth annual meeting of the State Baptist Educational and Missionary convention of North Carolina held here the last week in October beginning Oct. 29, was attended by hundreds of delegates and visitors from most sections of the state. The reports of the general officers and those of the representatives from the various churches to the convention were very encouraging. The success of the denomination in this state among Afro-Americans is due to intelligent leadership coupled with the thrift and industry of a large constituency of followers. The sessions of the convention were marked by harmony and a desire on the part of all concerned to work for larger missionary and educational results in the churches and schools throughout the state. This splendid religious organization has as its president Dr. A. W. Fergus of Raleigh, who is enlightened fitted for the office. Being a man possessing every qualification of a safe leader and enjoying the confidence of the better element of both races in North Carolina, he is doing a great work of uplift which is bound to count for higher Christian manhood and citizenship. Contributor to the forces working for the world for Christ, he has an excellent way of bringing things to pass for the good of the denomination. Associated with Dr. Pegues are such national characters as Dr. C. S. Brown, corresponding secretary of the convention; Dr. J. J. World, treasurer; Dr. E. E. Smith, recording secretary of the convention, and a strong legion of active ministers. Dr. Pegues is one of the ablest theologians and educators in the state. For a number of years he was dean of the theological department of Shaw university, which position he resigned to become the supervisor of the state deaf, dumb and blind institute for colored youths in Raleigh. This institution, largely because of his ability and the generosity of the state, is the foremost institution of its kind in the south. This type of leadership has placed the Afro-American Baptists of North Carolina on a footing that reveals the ability of its members to succeed in matters of great importance to the denomination. Among the prominent speakers on the program were; Dr. N. F. Roberts, dean of the theological department of Shaw university; Dr. S. N. Voss, Rev. C. E. Aspen, Rev. W. T. Coleman, D. D., M. D.; Revs. O. S. Bullock, G. W. Watkins, Drs. E. M. Brawley, A. B. Vincent, Revs. C. H. Williamson, G. W. Moore, M. A. Tailley, D. J. Avery, J. L. S. Holloman and Dr. W. M. Alexander of Baltimore, corresponding secretary Lott Carey convention. The jubilee remarks on the fifty years of freedom by Revs. R. H. Harper, Thomas Parker and "Father Jackson" were inspiring. Thrifty Mutual Benefit Association. The Seven Stars of Consolidation of America is the name of a mutual benefit organization with headquarters in Fort Worth, Tex., and an office in Dallas, of which Editor W. E. King of the Dallas Express is the official head. The society has a thriving membership. It has competent men as organizers and seeks to interest our people more largely into organized bodies for mutual benefit. New Church Edifice For Lane Chapel. Lane chapel, colored Methodist Episcopal church at Elmo, Tex., has been rebuilt under the pastorate of the Rev. G. J. Jackson. The new edifice, which cost over $3,000, was dedicated on Sunday, Oct. 20. Three white clergymen, friends of the pastor, took part in the dedication services. Democrats Make Clean Sweep. Louisville, Ky., Nov. 4.—Democrats were victorious throughout Kentucky, electing a large majority of the city and county officers and state legislators. An increased Democratic majority is assured for the next legislature. M. PLEA FOR FAIR TREATMENT. Constitution League Sends Strong Reminder to President Wilson. minder to President Wilson. Philadelphia. - The Constitution League of the United States, with headquarters at 1530 Lombard street, this city, through its field secretary, Dr. William A. Sinclair, recently sent a memorial to President Woodrow Wilson at Washington, which reads in part as follows: Hon. Woodrow Wilson, President of the United States, Washington; Honored Sir-ir in the name of the Constitution League of the United States (incorporated), composed of citizens without regard to race, sex, creed or party. I beg respectfully to make representations to you in regard to the unfair, humiliating. Currying and, I think, unlawful treatment which your colored citizenizes. Colored men were members of the convention which nominated you. Colored citizens were generously admitted to the convention hall, and some sat on the platform. You were elected to your high offices through the united efforts and voices of the white and colored fellow citizens. The chief charge of your campaign made special appeals to colored voters, and in order to accomplish results they established special headquarters in Boston, New York, Washington, Chicago and Denver. Every assurance was given of fair, just and charged charge of colored citizens in the event of your election. In your letter to the Right Rev. Bishop Alexander Walters, president of the National Colored Democratic league, you yourself specifically pledged "just," "fair," and "equal" treatment to your "colored fellow citizens." During the progress of your campaign you have unequal assurances to other colored men. It seems conclusive that the elimination of the race issue achieved your election. I beg respectfully to say that many white and colored citizens believed that as you were a man of southern birth and had opportunities, possessing the broadest set of statuesmanship, you would bring to bear on the race question the best and most patriotic thoughts of both southern and northern life, and also that you were ideally circumstanced to wipe out the Negro question as a factor in American politics and a faithful recognition of the mandates of the constitution of the United States. At the moment when all should be "quiet on the Potomac" I do not think it will be altogether a surprise to you for me to say that the colored people of the United States are more wrought up and alarmed than any period since their emancipation. This is due— First-To the removal of competent colored men from offices in several of the states which they had filled by national appointment for years. Second.—The removal of competent colored men from offices held under national appointment in Washington. —The refusal to appoint colored men to diplomatic posts which had for more than a generation been held by members of the race. Fourth. —The degradation imposed on colored men and women in several of the departments of the government through the practices of segregation and "jimmy" dressing, the taking of desks and from rooms and agencies clerked clerks being denied equal use of the lunch counters, the lockers, toilets, etc. In the name, then, of the Constitution League of the United States—and I may say that the name of the liberty loving, Christian and sympathetic republic—I would most respectfully appeal to you as the president of the whole people to take such steps as in your good judgment would remedy these terrible wrongs against the Negro people, whose loyalty, faithfulness and service to the nation are essential to the stress of war have, never been questioned, a people whose life is always on the altar of their country. With assurance of our most high regard I beg to subscribe youra most obediently. WILLIAM A. SINCLAIR, National Field Secretary. Buffalo Elects Democrat. Buffalo, Nov. 6.—Louis P. Fuhmann, Democrat, was re-elected mayor by a plurality of about 6,500. The other Democratic candidates for city offices were elected by pluralities ranging up to 12,000. Mitchel Defeats McCall by Plurality of 121,209. FOUR LEAN YEARS AHEAD Besides the Mayoralty Followers of Murphy Also Lose Control of the County Offices, the Enemy Carrying Supposed Impregnable Strongholds in Easy Fashion. New York, Nov. 6.—Complete returns from the municipal election, in which Tammany met such crushing defeat, show that John Purry Mitchel, the fusion nominee, led Edward E. McCall, Tammany, by 121,209 votes. Charles Edward Russell, Socialist, poiled 23,109. McCall ran behind his ticket in all five boroughs. The recapitulation follows: McCall, Mitchel, Russell (Dem.) (Fus.) (Soc.) Manhattan ...103,756 130,453 11,768 Bronx ... 25,804 46,941 5,676 Brobklyn ... 77,905 186,596 11,560 Queens ... 20,299 33,451 2,858 Richmond ... 6,915 8,447 247 So enormous had been the landslide which elected John Purroy Mitchel, thirty-four years old, who will be New York's youngest mayor, that it carried into office the fusion county ticket in New York county. Tammanyites could hardly believe this. They flocked to headquarters to ask in awed whispers whether the strongholds of Murphy, of Sullivan, of "The McManus and the other district chieftains, who never before faced defeat, had been carried by the enemy. And they were told that this was true. The wreck was complete and all realized that snowballs would be the chief article of diet on the machine menu for the next four years. Shorn of all patronage in this city, the Tiger faces the leanest four years in its history. Organization leaders place the blame entirely on Murphy's leadership. It is generally accepted that there will be a new deal in the wigwam and another head before the next election rolls around. REPUBLICANS IN CONTROL Sulzer's Ambition to Become Speaker of Assembly Vanishes. Albany, N. Y., Nov. 6.—William Sulzer, deposed governor, now assemblyman elect, will not attain his ambition to be speaker of the lower house when it meets for organization. Instead a regular Republican will have that honor. Returns from every district in the state emphasized the fact that the Republicans gained control. They will have eighty-one of the 150 members. The Democrats will have fifty-five and the Progressives fourteen. Of the two senators elected to fill the vacancies caused by the resignation of Franklin D. Roosevelt, resigned, and John S. Stilwell, now in Sing Sing prison, both are Republicans. James E. Towner succeeds Roosevelt and Morris F. Shector takes Stilwell's place. Republicans Sweep Cincinnati. Cincinnati, Nov. 6.—Judge Frederick Spiegel, Republican candidate for mayor, was elected over the present mayor, Henry T. Hunt, Democrat, by a plurality of about 3,300. Every candidate on the Republican city ticket wom with Judge Spiegel and the Republic ans also elected a majority in the city council. Oregon Capital Goes Dry. Salem, Ore., Nov. 6.—Salem, the capital of Oregon, has joined the list of "dry" cities and complete returns received show it was the votes of the women that accomplished that result. Of 2,000 women voters here 1,400 voted against the saloons. The "dry" majority was 481. Fielder Leads by 22,000. Trenton, N. J., Nov. 6.—The latest figures indicate that James F. Fielder, Democratic candidate for governor, had a plurality of about 20,000 over Edward C. Stokes, the Republican candidate. The Democrats will control both houses of the legislature. Bell Indianapolis Victor. Indianapolis, Nov. 6.—In the mayoral election Joseph E. Bell, Democrat, carried the city by a plurality of 8,458. His vote was 23,224. Dr. W. H. Johnson, Progressive, was second with 14,763, and Charles A. Bookwalter, Republican, former mayor, was third with 14,315. Object of Conference to Be Held In Washington. Representatives of the Various Agricultural Schools Connected With the Land Grant Colleges to Confer on Matters of Moment—Importance of a Central Organization. Washington—Representatives of the Negro Land Grant colleges will hold a conference at the Young Men's Christian association building, 1816 Twelfth street, in this city, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons, Nov. 12 and 18. This conference will be held in connection with the association of American Agricultural colleges and experiment stations which meets at the same time. Most of the schools have already appointed their delegates to this conference. Alabama will be represented by President W. S. Buchanan and Professor P. C. Parks; Arkansas by Professor C. P. McLurkin; Delaware by President W. C. Jason; Florida by President Young and Professor F. H. Cardoza; Maryland by President J. O. Spencer and Professor T. H. Kiah; Mississippi by President J. A. Martin; North Carolina by President B. Dudley and Professor Bluford; South Carolina by President R. S. Wilkinson and Professor B. F. Hubert; Virginia by Professor C. K. Graham and probably Dr. H. B. Frissel; West Virginia by President Byrd Pedellman and Professor A. W. Curtis. Other institutions than the Land Grant colleges are invited to participate in the deliberations of this conference. Hon. P. P. Claxton and other distinguished educators are expected to take part in the program. All phases of agriculture will be discussed. The conference is of great importance to those in charge of agricultural schools. The last meeting of this organization was held at Atlanta university, Atlanta, Ga., November, 1912. The principal addresses at that meeting were made by Dr. H. E. Stockbridge, Professor F. B. Jenks and President Kenyon L. Butterfield of the Massachusetts Agricultural college. President Byrd Prillerman of the West Virginia Colored institute, Institute, W. Va., is chairman of this conference, and Professor Benjamin F. Hubert, director of agriculture of the State Colored college, Orangeburg, S. C., is secretary. They have prepared an excellent program for the coming session and much benefit is expected to be derived from this conference. The men connected with the movement in an official way have had considerable experience in educational work as heads of colleges and other institutions of learning among our people. They know the advantage of having the most suitable equipment for agricultural schools as well as the needs of those for whom such institutions are maintained. Much can be accomplished by the right kind of co-operation in educational work by those who are intrusted with the training of young men and women for future service. If the churches, business enterprises, secret and benevolent societies see the necessity of having a central organization for the furtherance of their interests so should our educators unite in thought and action for the promotion of better facilities and closer co-operation in all matters which have to do with the preparation of the young men and women to make the most of their opportunities. Influence of the Piney Woods School. Lawrence C. Jones, founder and principal of the Piney Woods Country Life school near Braxton, Miss. is one of the most energetic and deserving of the younger men of the race engaged in educational work in the rural sections of the south. He has made the community about Braxton feel the uplift which comes from education. Christianity and sound moral character. He has the confidence of the people in the work which he is doing. The treasurer of the school is Mr. W. R. Mangum, cashier of the Braxton bank. Mrs. L. C. Jones, wife of the principal, is the much esteemed matron of the institution. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Many who complain that they do not get the Star have been cut off and they will get it on the renewal of their subscription by check or P. O. order. MINNEAPOLIS MINN Historical Society DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST. PAUL Defective Page VOL. 4 Single Copies 5 Cents Truth About Southern Mob Violence Laid Bare. While it might seem fit to some persons to have the colored members of the Protestant Episcopal church presided over by a bishop of their race. it is also the opinion of the majority that there should be no race segregation in that denomination in so far as official rank is concerned. Furthermore, should a bishop ever be selected from the ranks of the colored membership he should not be restricted to any particular race, but given charge of a diocese. Should there be churches with white members and churches with colored members he must necessarily be the bishop over each. True Christianity does not segregate after the manner of the world. Educating Public Against Disease. Dr. Oscar Dowling of Shreveport, La., president of the Louisiana state board of health, has been traveling over the state in the "educational-hygiene exhibit train" recently in the special interest of the colored people, giving close attention to health conditions among them. By lectures and moving pictures Dr. Dowling and his assistants have been showing the public how to prevent tuberculosis, pneumonia and other diseases from decimating their ranks. We talk about 'bad Negroes' and no one denies that they exist. But it is bad whites upon whom the final responsibility for these outrages rests--yes, and a part of it, too, upon us responsible citizens who tolerate their practices. But for the bad whites, who concoct and dispense poison, Joe McNeely would not have run amuck. Who ever heard of a Negro distiller of 'nigger gin?' But for bad whites Officer Wilson would be on his beat today, and murder by mob would not have blackened Charlotte's good name as a municipality. We wish that the southern press would make a practice of printing the names of the men who make money out of the drinks and drugs that debauch Negroes. Schedule The scheme football to Lincoln. Sites for the follows: L. Lincoln unr Howard age Nov. 14: Hampton players are contests with Internal There is in the rep Revenue Co deprive all Schedule of College Football Games. The schedule of games between the football teams of Hampton institute, Lincoln, Shaw and Howard universities for the month of November is as follows; Lincoln against Hampton at Lincoln university Saturday, Nov. 8; Howard against Hampton at Hampton Nov. 14; Shaw against Hampton at Hampton Thursday, Nov. 27. The players are already practicing for the contests with marked vigor. Internal Revenue Collector Blalock. There is not anything new or strange in the reported intention of Internal Revenue Collector Blalock in Atlanta to deprive all colored men of political office holding under his administration. Things were different under the regime of his predecessor, the Hon. Henry B. Jackson. Church Holde Double Celebration. The pastor and members of the Nazarine Congregational church in B-booklyn celebrated the fortieth anniversary of the founding of the church the last week in October and concluded with an observance of the third anniversary of the pastorate of the Rev. A. P. Miller, whom the church called as pastor three years ago. The late A. J. Henry had been pastor of this congregation on for eighteen years at the time of his death a few years ago. --- --- THE LYNCHING OF JOE M'NEELY RAVAGES OF STRONG DRINK Good and Evil Effect of the Influence of the Public Press Shown in Editorial Comment In Reference to the Killing of Police Officer L. L. Wilson in Charlotte, N. C. Salisbury, N. C.—That a well edited press in the south, representing everything that stands for Justice and the advancement of Afro-Americans, meets the approval of some of the leading M. S. S. white publications of the south is evidenced in the following editorial from Collier's Weekly. The editor of the Pledmont Advocate, this city, wrote an editorial on the lynching of Joe McNeely in Charlotte, and after quoting the able editorial of the editor of the Pledmont Advocate the editor of Collier's Weekly, under the caption "Some White Man," says: "This time it happened at Charlotte, N. C. A Negro named Joe McNeely, killed and crazed with cocaine and had whisky' (we quote a North Carolina paper), shot and perhaps mortally wounded a police officer, L. L. Wilson. Joe had run amuck with a gun, and the officer was 'after him.' The sequel is commonplace enough—a mob lynch'd the guilty Negro. But was that Negro really guilty? The question is not one of identity. Though lynchers often enough punish the wrong man, there was no mistake as to the individual Negro. But the newspaper we have quoted asked four pointed questions: "Who is responsible for the bad whisky that fills our south? Who is it that makes the ignorant, degraded Negro his tool for the commission of all kinds of crime? Who is it that does out that terrible thing—cocaine—with which the Negroes in ever increasing numbers are—becoming crazed? Who are running blind tigers and "club" and places of ill tame and scumb." "We wish that the mob spirit would take the form of running these men out of the towns they disgrace. Social punishment is most cruel efficiencies, as every schoolgirl knows, and might even have its effect upon the smug distillers at Louisville who flood the malls with advertisements of bottled vice. And cruelty is justice here, for, while a Negro murderer is at worst a dangerous beast, the man who makes money out of stimulating crime is unnameable, unclean." The editor of the Pledmont Advocate is Professor W. B. Crittenden, an unassuming man but the right type of man for a molder of character. He received his elementary training in New England schools and graduated from the high school at Medford. Mass. He then matriculated at Oberlin and graduated with honors. He had the distinguished honor to be on the junior exhibition at this institution, and the first field day at Oberlin he won a medal. As a pedagogue he is one of the leading factors in educating the youth of the race. For seven years he was head of the academic department of St. Augustin school. Raleigh, but resigned this position to teach chemistry and higher mathematics at Livingstone college, this city, where he has been for the past twelve years. He very ably represented the A. M. E. Zion connection and Livingstone college, the leading institution of this denomination, at the universal races congress which met in London in 1911. MAKING FIGHT FOR JUSTICE Recent Events Show Growing Resentment Against Race Segregation. No man ever gave utterance to words fraught with more truth than those of Lincoln when he asserted "this republic can not long endure half slave and half free." And because of the belief in such a sentiment the colored people are making dignified protests throughout the country against discrimination on account of race and color. The late Stewart L. Woodford said on one occasion while speaking at a literary society of Afro-Americans in Brooklyn in which he voiced the sentiments of his white fellow citizens, "We never freed the slaves until we had to, and we will never accord to them as free men all the rights and privileges which belong to them until we have to." Crispus Attucks, credited as being the first to shed his blood in the American Revolution, said to his comrades when he saw the British troops advancing on Boston, "Strike at the root, for there is the nest." Mrs. A. W. Hunton at the Beecher centennial celebration in Brooklyn, Oct. 21, in the course of an able address on Beecher's attitude toward freedom for the colored race said that the colored people should fight color prejudice to death. The open letter to President Wilson recently sent from the Constitution league, the Boston and Baltimore protest mass meetings are all indications of the growing spirit of resentment among colored Americans against injustice in all of its hideous forms. Segregation In the Christian Church. *MOKE THE RELIABLE 5c SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR 5c Forty-sixth Annual Gathering of State Religious and Educational Convention Notable For Harmony and Enthusiasm—Workers Manifest Desire to Be Helpful. By GEORGE F. KING. Rocky Mount, N. C.—The forty-sixth annual meeting of the State Baptist Educational and Missionary convention of North Carolina held here the last week in October beginning Oct. 28, was attended by hundreds of delegates and visitors from most all sections of the state. The reports of the general officers and those of the representatives from the various churches to the convention were very encouraging. The success of the denomination in this state among Afro-American is due to intelligent leadership coupled with the thrift and industry of a large constituency of followers. The sessions of the convention were marked by harmony and a desire on the part of all concerned to work for larger missionary and educational results in the churches and schools throughout the state. This splendid religious organization has as its president Dr. A. W. Fergues of Raleigh, who is elegantly fitted for the office. Being a man possessing every qualification of a safe leader and enjoying the confidence of the better element of both races in North Carolina, he is doing a great work of uplift which is bound to count for higher Christian manhood and citizenship. Contributor to the forces working for the world for Christ, he has an excellent way of bringing things to pass for the good of the denomination. Associated with Dr. Pegues are such national characters as Dr. C. S. Brown, corresponding secretary of the convention; Dr. J. J. World, treasurer; Dr. E. E. Smith, recording secretary of the convention, and a strong legion of active ministers. Dr. Pegues is one of the ablest theologians and educators in the state. For a number of years he was dean of the theological department of Shaw university, which position he resigned to become the supervisor of the state deaf, dumb and blind institute for colored youths in Raleigh. This institution, largely because of his ability and the generosity of the state, is the foremost institution of its kind in the south. This type of leadership has placed the Afro-American Baptists of North Carolina on a footing that reveals the ability of its members to succeed in matters of great importance to the denomination. Among the prominent speakers on the program were: Dr. N. F. Roberts, dean of the theological department of Shaw university; Dr. S. N. Voss, Rev. C. E. Aspen, Rev. W. T. Coleman, D. D., M. D.; Revs. E. S. Bullock, G. W. Watkins, Drs. E. O. Brawley, A. B. Vincent, Revs. C. H. Williamsmong, G. W. Moore, M. A. Talley, D. J. Avery, J. L. S. Hollomm and Dr. W. M. Alexander of Baltimore, corresponding secretary Lott Carey convention. The jubilee remarks on the fifty years of freedom by Revs. R. H. Harper, Thomas Parker and "Father Jackson" were inspiring. Thrifty Mutual Benefit Association. The Seven Stars of Consolidation of America is the name of a mutual benefit organization with headquarters in Fort Worth, Tex., and an office in Dallas, of which Editor W. E. King of the Dallas Express is the official head. The society has a thriving membership. It has competent men as organizers and seeks to interest our people more largely into organized bodies for mutual benefit. New Church Edifice For Lans Chapel. Lane chapel, colored Methodist Episcopal church at Elmo, Tex., has been rebuilt under the pastorate of the Rev. G. J. Jackson. The new edifice, which cost over $2,000, was dedicated on Sunday, Oct. 23. Three white clergymen, friends of the pastor, took part in the dedication services. Democrats Make Clean Sweep. Louisville, Ky., Nov. 4.—Democrats were victorious throughout Kentucky, electing a large majority of the city and county officers and state legislators. An increased Democratic majority is assured for the next legislature. A. PLEA FOR FAIR TREATMENT Constitution League Sends Strong Reminder to President Wilson. minder to President Wilson. Philadelphia. - The Constitution League of the United States, with headquarters at 1530 Lombard street, this city, through its field secretary, Dr. William A. Sinclair, recently sent a memorial to President Woodrow Wilson at Washington, which reads in part as follows: Bon. Woodrow Wilson, President of the United States, Washington; Honored Sir—In the name of the Constitution League of the United States (incorporated), composed of citizens without regard to race, sex, creed or party, I beg respectfully to make representations to you in regard to the unfair, humiliating, engrailing and, I think, unlawful treatment which your colored fellow citizens are subjected under your administration. Colored citizens were admitted to the convention which nominated you. Colored citizens were generously admitted to the convention hall, and some sat on the platform. You were elected to your high office through the united efforts and voices of your colored fellow citizens. The distinguisher and colored fellow citizens. The distinguisher and colored charge of your campaign made special appeals to colored voters, and in order to accomplish results they established special headquarters in Boston, New York, Washington, Chicago and Denver. Every equal consideration for colored citizens in the event of your election. In your letter to the Right Rev. Bishop Alexander Walters, president of the National Colored Democratic league, you yourself specifically pledged "just," "fair" and "equitable" treatment to your "colored low-income" students as progress of the campaign you gave similar support to other colored men. It seems conclusive that the elimination of the race issue achieved your election. I beg respectfully to say that many white and colored citizens believed that you were a man of southern birth and most patriotic to the nation, broadest scholarship and culture, with the gift of statesmanship, you would bring to bear on the race question the best and most patriotic thoughts of both southern and northern life, and also that you were ideally circumstanced to wipe out the Negro question as a factor in American politics and to have a faithful recognition of the mandates of the constitution of the United States. At the moment when all should be "quiet on the Potomac" I do not think it will be altogether a surprise to you for me to say that the colored people of the United States are more wrought up and alarmed than at any period since their emancipation. This is due— First.-To the removal of competent colored men from offices in several of the states which they had filled by national appointment for years. Second. The removal of competent colored men from offices held under national appointment in Washington. The appointment colored men to diplomatic posts which had for more than a generation been held by members of the race. Fourth. — The degradation imposed on colored men and women in several of the departments of the government through the practices of segregation and "jim-kee" color clerks being taken from desks and into the office of colored clerks being denied equal use of the lunch counters, the lockers, toilers, etc. In the name, then, of the Constitution League of the United States—and I may venture to say in the name of the liberty the republic—I would most respectfully appeal to you as the president of the whole people to take such steps as in your good judgment would remedy these crimes against the Negro people, a people whose life is in service to their country in peace and in the stress of war have never been questioned, a people whose life is always on the altar of their country. With assurance of our most high regard I beg to subserve you most obediently. WILLIAM A. SINCLAIR, National Field Secretary. Buffalo Elects Democrat Buffalo, Nov. 6.—Louis P. Fuhmann, Democrat, was re-elected mayor by a plurality of about 6,500. The other Democratic candidates for city offices were elected by pluralities ranging up to 12,000. TAMMANY MAN BADLY BEATEN FOUR LEAN YEARS AHEAD Besides the Mayoralty Followers of Murphy Also Lose Control of the County Offices, the Enemy Carrying Supposed Imprenable Strongholds in Easy Fashion. New York, Nov. 6.—Complete returns from the municipal election, in which Tammany met such crushing defeat, show that John Purroy Mitchel, the fusion nominee, led Edward E. McCall, Tammany, by 121,209 votes. Charles Edward Russell, Socialist, polled 32,109. McCall ran behind his ticket in all five boroughs. The recapitulation follows: McCall, Mitchel, Russell (Dem.) (Fus.) (Soc.) Manhattan ... 103,756 130,453 11,768 Bronx ... 25,804 46,941 5,676 Brooklyn ... 77,905 186,596 11,560 Queens ... 20,299 33,451 2,858 Richmond ... 6,915 8,447 247 So enormous had been the landslide which elected John Purroyl Mitchel, thirty-four years old, who will be New York's youngest mayor, that it carried into office the fusion county ticket in New York county. Tammanyites could hardly believe this. They flocked to headquarters to ask in awed whispers whether the strongholds of Murphy, of Sullivan, of "The" McManus and the other district chiefs, who never before faced defeat, had been carried by the enemy. And they were told that this was true. The wreck was complete and all realized that snowballs would be, the chief article of diet on the machine menu for the next four years. Shorn of all patronage in this city, the Tiger faces the leanest four years in its history. Organization leaders place the blame entirely on Murphy's leadership. It is generally accepted that there will be a new deal in the wigwam and another head before the next election rolls around. REPUBLICANS IN CONTROL Sulzer's Ambition to Become Speaker of Assembly Vanishes. Albany, N. Y., Nov. 6.—William Sulzer, deposed governor, now assemblyman elect, will not attain his ambition to be speaker of the lower house when it meets for organization. Instead a regular Republican will have that honor. Returns from every district in the state emphasized the fact that the Republicans gained control. They will have eighty-one of the 150 members. The Democrats will have fifty-five and the Progressives fourteen. Of the two senators elected to fill the vacancies caused by the resignation of Franklin D. Roosevelt, resigned, and Stephen J. Stilwell, now in Sing Sing prison, both are Republicans. James E. Towner succeeds Roosevelt and Morris F. Shector takes Stilwell's place. Republicans Sweep Cincinnati. Cincinnati, Nov. 6.—Judge Frederick Spiegel, Republican candidate for mayor, was elected over the present mayor, Henry T. Hunt, Democrat, by a plurality of about 3,200. Every candidate on the Republican city ticket won with Judge Spiegel and the Republicans also elected a majority in the city council. Oregon Capital Goes Dry. Salem, Ore., Nov. 6.—Salem, the capital of Oregon, has joined the list of "dry" cities and complete returns received show it was the votes of the women that accomplished that result. Of 2,000 women voters here 1,400 voted against the saloons. The "dry" majority was 481. Fleider Leads by 22,000. Trenton, N. J., Nov. 6.-The latest figures indicate that James F. Fielder, Democratic candidate for governor, had a plurality of about 20,000 over Edward C. Stokes, the Republican candidate. The Democrats will control both houses of the legislature. Bell Indianapolis Victor. Indianapolis, Nov. 6.—In the mayoral election Joseph E. Bell, Democrat, carried the city by a plurality of 8,458. His vote was 23,224. Dr. W. H. Johnson, Progressive, was second with 14,763, and Charles A. Bookwalter, Republican, former mayor, was third with 14,315. LEADERS OF THE MOVEMENT Representatives of the Various Agricultural Schools Connected With the Land Grant Colleges to Confer on Matters of Moment—Importance of a Central Organization. Washington.-Representatives of the Negro Land Grant colleges will hold a conference at the Young Men's Christian association building, 1816 Twelfth street, in this city, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons, Nov. 12 and 13. This conference will be held in connection with the association of American Agricultural colleges and experiment stations which meets at the same time. Most of the schools have already appointed their delegates to this conference. Alabama will be represented by President W. S. Buchanan and Professor P. C. Parks; Arkansas by Professor C. P. McLurkin; Delaware by President W. C. Jason; Florida by President Young and Professor F. H. Cardoza; Maryland by President J. O. Spencer and Professor T. H. Kinh; Mississippi by President J. A. Martin; North Carolina by President B. Dudley and Professor Bluford; South Carolina by President R. S. Wilkinson and Professor B. F. Hubert; Virginia by Professor C. K. Graham and probably Dr. H. B. Frissel; West Virginia by President Byrd Pellerman and Professor A. W. Curtis. Other institutions than the Land Grant colleges are invited to participate in the deliberations of this conference. Hon. P. P. Claxton and other distinguished educators are expected to take part in the program. All phases of agriculture will be discussed. The conference is of great importance to those in charge of agricultural schools. The last meeting of this organization was held at Atlanta university, Atlanta, Ga., November, 1012. The principal addresses at that meeting were made by Dr. H. E. Stockbridge, Professor F. B. Jenkins and President Kenyon L. Butterfield of the Massachusetts Agricultural college. President Byrd Prillerman of the West Virginia Colored institute, Institute, W. Va., is chairman of this conference, and Professor Benjamin F. Hubert, director of agriculture of the State Colored college, Orangeburg, S. C., is secretary. They have prepared an excellent program for the coming session and much benefit is expected to be derived from this conference. The men connected with the movement in an official way have had considerable experience in educational work as heads of colleges and other institutions of learning among our people. They know the advantage of having the most suitable equipment for agricultural schools as well as the needs of those for whom such institutions are maintained. Much can be accomplished by the right kind of co-operation in educational work by those who are intrusted with the training of young men and women for future service. If the churches, business enterprises, secret and benevolent societies see the necessity of having a central organization for the furtherance of their interests so should our educators unite in thought and action for the promotion of better facilities and closer co-operation in all matters which have to do with the preparation of the young men and women to make the most of their opportunities. Influence of the Piney Woods School. Lawrence C. Jones, founder and principal of the Piney Woods Country Life school near Braxton. Miss. is one of the most energetic and deserving of the younger men of the race engaged in educational work in the rural sections of the south. He has made the community about Braxton feel the uplift which comes from education, Christianity and sound moral character. He has the confidence of the people in the work which he is doing. The treasurer of the school is Mr. W. R. Mangum, cashier of the Braxton bank. Mrs. L. C. Jones, wife of the principal, is the much esteemed matron of the institution. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Many who complain that they do not get the Star have been cut off and they will get it on the renewal of their subscription by check or P. O. order. his great city of ours, we need , consecrated man and women to w out the life line to rescue the fishing souls. Rev. T. J. Carter, astor Bethesda Baptist Church. But God commendeth His Love to wear us in that while we were yet slimera Christ died for us.—Romans 5:1. FORUM MEETING. The Forum meets the first Sunday in each month at St. Peter's A. M. E. Church, and on the third Sunday each month at Bethesda Baptist Church. The Forum Halloween Social at St. Peter's A. M. E. Church was a social success. The winner in the Prize Baby Contest was Mary Jane Phillips, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Schuyler Phillips. The affair was well attended. Mesdames I. S. Bogle, June Burt, J. N. Sellars, Misses Eva Walker, Sadie Marshall, Lady Walker; Messrs. A. J. Kelso, Wilbur Nevils and Geo. Hall were the committee who made the affair a success. The decorations and amusements were very appropriate. CHARITY CARD PARTY. The Twin City Charity Club will give a Card Party at Masonic Hall, 24th St. and 5th Ave. So., Thursday evening, Nov. 20. Special prizes awarded. Proceeds for Charity. Mrs. W. R. Donovan, Pres., Mrs. Alice Smith, Sec. Comfortable Room, for man and wife or single gentleman. Apply Mrs. Garrett, 1003 6th Ave. No. A Grand Ball will be given by Fezzanese Court No. 7, Daughters of Isis, on Nov. 24, at Masonic Hall. McCullough's Orchestra. Admission 35c. Judge Johnson will give his Special "Night Before Thanksgiving" Dance at Union Temple Hall on Nov. 26. Judge will let his friends dance until time to eat Thanksgiving Breakfast. SPECIAL MEETING OF CITIZENS TO PROTEST AGAINST VICE CONDITIONS. Petitions Will be Present ed to Proper Authorities,—Clergy and Laymen Co-Operate. Ladies Especially Invited. Next Sunday, Nov. 9, 1913 promptly at 3:30 P. M., a committee of citizens will meet upon request of the Editor of the Star, to devise ways and means for the suppression of vice in this city. The following ministers Rev. E. G. Jackson, Rev. T. J. Carter, Rev. R. M. Toombs, Rev. A. Gould, Rev. M. W Withers, Rev. W. R. Donovan, Rev. D. C. Beasley, Rev. E. R. Edwards, Rev. G. W. Mitchell, and Messrs. Solomon Saunders, Walter Blackburn, M. O. Cannon, Edw. Hammond, J. M. Morris, Schuyler Phillips, E. A. Mitchell, R. L. Buttner, J. S. Wright, H. M. Kennedy, Chas. Sumner Smith, Jacob Redman, J. N. Sellows, J. C. Trevan, Philip F. Hale, Sr. and J. A. Smith. There has been a desire on the part of many of the respectable citizens to resent the "special privileges" granted Negro Clubs and houses of ill repute, regardless of the wishes of desirable members of the community. Rev. Jackson of St. Peter's A. M. E. Church has invited every one to attend this meeting, and it is hoped that proper action will be taken which will be beneficial, especially to the young women of this city, and to the community in general. All who are interested in better moral conditions are invited. Two Popular Entertainers. Clint Davis of Minneapolis is about the only fun-maker of the Twin Cities that has anything on the great Charley Miller of St. Paul. Clint will be assisted by Eddy Davis in a comedy stunt on the night of The Young Men's Progressive Club Entertainment at National Guard Armory, Monday Evening, Nov. 10. Eddy Davis is the one best bet of the Twin Cities as a straight man. He sings well and is the acknowledged best quartette leader in the Northwest. They are booked to close the program.—(Advertisement.) WIFE SLAYER IS DEAD. Tuberculosis Claims Murderer. Emmett Morgan, who killed his wife Gladys Smith Morgan on Nov. 1, 1912 in a house on Wabasha St., St. Paul, died at Stillwater Prison on Oct. 31st. Morgan was convicted and sentenced for life. He was then in good health. He died in his mother's arms. She took his body to Sloux City for burial. The Night Before Thanksgiving. Judge Johnson will entertain his friends at Union Temple Hall on the evening before Thanksgiving. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION NEGRO CITIZENS GATHER TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FORMAL OPENING OF THE CIVIC LEAGUE HEADQUARTERS. Each Speaker Impresses Hearers, and is Roundly Applauded. A Grand Opening. About 150 persons were present on Oct. 29 at the formal opening of the headquarters of the Colored Citizen's Civic and Commercial League. Among them were many representative Negroes of the Twin Cities. They were received upon entrance by the members of the Board of Directors who were present—Messrs. Wm. H. H. Franklin, Chas. H. Robinson, Jas. M. Graham, Milton W. Judy, Fred. E. Abbey, Calvin L. Mason, Wm. H. Walker. The rooms are comfortably furnished and well ventilated. Manager Chas. Brody had perfected every arrangement for the reception of the guests, and many who were present were agreeable surprised at the appropriate surroundings. Several applications for membership were received, and it is believed that the Citizens Club has come to improve conditions. Seated among the speakers of the evening were Atty. J. R. Coan, Alderman Barr, Atty. Hamrum and Editor Smith. The exercises, which consisted of addresses by several prominent citizens, including state and city officials, began about 9 P. M. The president, Wm. H. H. Franklin, Esq., called the meeting to order. Rev. E. H. McDonald of St. Paul invoked the Divine blessing. The President's Address. Gentlemen: On account of another engagement of Dr. Brown, made previous to his selection as Master of Ceremonies, and which engagement could not be cancelled, the duty of presiding here to-night necessarily devolves upon one who realizes his unfitness therefor. I presume that every-one present is acquainted with the objects and plans of this League; but it seems fitting, at this time, to re-state, in a general way, those objects and plans. This League was organized for the civic betterment, moral up-lift, educational advancement and business encouragement of the colored people; that is, in brief, for the purpose of making happier and better citizens of the colored people; and I have no doubt but that each gentleman present tonight will willingly co-operate with us in the attainment of these objects. We intend to attain these objects by means of a bona-fide select membership organization, representative of the best colored citizenry, working in conjunction with an Advisory Committee, selected from among eminent and known friends of the colored people; men who realize that the proper advancement of the colored people along the lines indicated necessarily involves the advancement and betterment of the entire community. 1. The first speaker on the list tonight is a gentleman who is reputed to be the foremost authority, in this state, in the organization and management of corporations; he is also recognized as the greatest diplomat in the state of Minnesota; The Honorable Secretary of State, of Minnesota, Julius A. Schmahl. Mr. Schmahl said: "As I look over this audience I can only point to, without any intention of excess eulogy, a similar gathering assembled in St. Paul a few weeks ago to commemorate the Celebration of the Emancipation Proclamation, which showed that night that no other race in all history has recovered, as the Negro, from the days when the shackles fell from their feet. I am proud to congratulate you on your progress. Upon all must rest the upbuilding, the creating and the maintaining of a higher standard of civilization. It is time for you to cast of the feeling of dependence and find for yourself a place among the people of all continents. It is just a little more than fifty years since your ancestors were liberated. Some of you here know of the conditions of slavery. It is for you to impress upon them the importance of Lincoln's act. The former slaves have done their duty well. The Negro of the present is rapidly advancing and will soon reach that position to which he rightfully belongs. I congratulate you on the formation of this league and hope that you will prosper." Mr. Schmahl told of the positions of trust held by Negroes in the Panama Canal zone, and spoke very creditably of their services rendered as teachers, engineers, farmers and laborers. Mayor Nye's introduction. The next speaker who will address you, gentlemen, holds the highest elective office in our city. He is always willing to assist us in our honest endeavors for civic betterment and inerefore deserves to hold that office, the Hon. Wallace G. Nye, Mayor of Minneapolis. Mr. Nye said "When I received the TWIN CITY STAR invitation to attend this meeting I was pleased. I have been long interested in the commercial development of this city, and now as Mayor I am more interested in its civic and moral advancement. A city is made up of the different extremes; the most virtuous, the most moral, the most vicious, the most immoral. It is a hard task as Mayor to suit all the people in any city. No city can be much better than the average of its citizenry. I want decent things to prevail in this city, and I want to promote the things that are moral and decent. I shall be thoroughly disappointed if I fail to lift Minneapolis to higher things after having served in my official capacity. Therefore, I welcome this organization that is to promote things that are good for this city. You as a people, have been weak because you have not had any voice. A man as Mayor can't listen to the voice of any one man. He cannot say on the advice of a citizen that "things are not right," but he will say so to an organization. I am interested in things that interest, amuse, instruct and develop our city. I feel sure from the men interested in this organization, that it will be helpful. You will have every encouragement from me, as an executive or a private individual and I will go just as far, to give you what I can, as any man. It seems almost unnecessary to introduce the next speaker, for I believe that he is known and loved by every colored man in the Northwest; I am certain that he has done more practical good for the colored men of this section than any other single individual: Gentlemen, the Honorable E. J. Westlake. Rep. E. J. Westlake. Mr. Westlake had been for several years in the employ of the Pullman Co. The Wagner Co., and N. P. Ry. in their Dining Car department. In recent years he has been secretary of the Commercial Clubs of the Twin Cities. In all that time he has been in the close touch with Negro employees, and has been effective in securing their services in various places. Mr. Westlake is now a member of the legislature, and took this occasion to thank his colored friends for their support. He said in part, "I can count among my friends, no better friends, than the colored men. I know that they were made by the same God and all men were created equal. There are good and bad among all races. Once in a while one of the colored boys will get a five, and forget to come back, but they are the exceptions." Mr. Westlake spoke of the days in 1875, when he worked with the late Phll Reid on the first hotel car running out of St. Louis, also told of his respect for the late Fred. McGhee, who was a member of the Commercial Club of St. Paul. He was glad of the opportunity to come and talk and congratulated the men for their effort, assuring them that the League could always count upon him for support. Mr. Nye and Mr. Westlake left a director's meeting of the New Athletic Club to attend the League opening and immediately returned thereto after their remarks. The next speaker who will address you, gentlemen, is a Judge of the District Court of this district, who is known and honored alike for his learning, probity and never-failing courtesy, The Hon. John H. Steele. Judge Steele said "The life of a man, unless he is a broad man, is limited. Organization is the life of man, and unless you are keeping pace with the commercialism of today you are not in it. Some day we will have to return to the soil to support this country. We must reach the basis of production. You men, or any people, are not at home in the city, and the best place for any body is on the farm. Any man who takes up a homestead will be independent. Get away from the jobs and become self supporting. Be independent. You have progressed more rapidly than any other race, if you can do that you can do anything any race on earth can do. We people of this country are beginning to realize that a white heart may be in a black man and a black heart in a white man. This is no time for prejudice on account of inheritance. A man whether black or white, whatever his religious beliefs is a man. Why should there be a difference? Sen. A. V. Reike said, "I consider it a rare treat to be here tonight. What interests you, interests the fabric of this country. The brotherhood of man is one of the greatest subjects of today. It has always engaged the minds of great men of the ages, and will prevail in this country. You are free, because you have a right to be, and by reason of your liberty, my liberty is the sweeter." He paid a glowing tribute to Hon. Fred. Douglass as an orator and a man. Hon. W. R. Morris. Hon. W. R. Morris needed no introduction. He was the only Negro speaker. He advised the members to take advantage of everything to advance mankind. If we as a people do not make progress, just so much we retard the progress of this country. Live up to the ideals of your Charter, do not deviate, and you will accomplish something. Make this resolve and keep it that our morals keep pace with our education. Let us demand our rights, and better than that, let us deserve them. Let each one strive to be the best citizen in this city and do his best to make his brother, his neighbor, his enemy the best possible citizen and we will be honorable, upright and loyal citizens. Judge Waite's Remarks. He said "I am glad to congratulate you. If you were not organizing this club, but for any other purpose than to get together to have a good time, you have done well. As other citizens you have this right. Color is immaterial. I respect you and hope you respect me. I have known Fred. Douglass, and his son, both admirable characters, and coming as I do from a race of abolitionists, it is easy for me to forget the accident of birth. I sympatize with you because of obstacles placed on you by other races which you will overcome." Judge Molyneaux. Judge Joseph W. Molyneaux of the District Court was called upon to speak. He said "It gives me great pleasure to meet and to congratulate you in the organization of a club, which will not only be a source of entoyment to yourselves, but an assistance to the people of this city. The foundation of the future greatness of your people has been laid. During the past few years, you have added to the list of great men of this country, teachers, orators, and men of various kinds. The general rank of you have arisen so far above conditions of years ago, that there is no comparison. You have demonstrated that you have the ability to help yourselves, and your future success is assured. The higher ambition has grown up with your people. As a southerner, I know the great progress your race is making today in the South. Sixty years ago there was not one institution conducted by a Negro, today there are many. No race of men can ever hope to get very far until they become their own masters. Forsake working for others. Undertake business for yourself. It will give you self-reliance and build up your race. There are no more patriotic citizens than the colored men. The Negro troops, have demonstrated their ability. The talk of race prejudice will fade away. It depends on the resolve and capacity of the individual, and therefore the future looks great for you." Judge Dahl was the last speaker. He advised Negroes to forget their ancestry. Position today is not a matter of ancestry. You have demonstrated the fact that you have the power name as the white man, that of infinite progress. The question is, what are you? We can choose our life and should make it a good one. There are good men in every color; every nationality, every strata of society. I thank you for your support given me in the recent campaign, and congratulate you on your organization." Rev. M. W. Withers pronounced the benediction. After the close of the program several members and friends inspected the club rooms, and spent a few hours discussing the future possibilities of the League. It is expected that the Ladies will have an opportunity at an early day to enjoy the League Rooms for an afternoon meeting. Mr. Will M. Smith, whose notes of the Civic Club's opening appeared in The Appeal did not quote Mayor Nye. He interpreted his remarks so as to refer to Editor Smith. Now, Smith has no chance with us. He has never done anything since we came here four years ago, and we can't find anybody who knows anything he did before our advent. The Star cannot be dictated to by any moral theorist, who has no redeming feature, but a discriminating use of English. Mr. Smith has been a severe critic of the Star because of its expose of the Twin City Stag Club. He is not worth this space, but we want the public to know that this "social mis-carriage" should have no place among the best element. The Editor of the Star has never since in this city drawn a decent salary, but if he had a job like Smith's—night foreman in the post office—he would not gamble away his money and be broke next day after pay day. The Editor respects manhood, and these pretenders have none. Judge Dahl. DO YOU WANT TO BE WELL DRESSED? THEN I AM YOUR TAILOR. SUITS $25.00 OVERCOATS $25.00 Special attention given to repairing, cleaning L. S. DONALDSON COMPANY Invites Your Personal Inspection of their and pressing. Tel. N. W. Cedar 3488 CLIFFORD A. SMITH. 109 E. 8th ST., ST. PAUL, MINN. Residence 536 7th Ave. No. Office phones, N. W. Hyland 664, T. S. North 304. Calls answered right. Ave. No., Minneapolis, Minn. W. Hyland 1666. INSPECTION. my latest line of ads. 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Refined Vaudeville Moving Picture Shows Continous Performance Admission 10 Cents Children 5 Cents Peterson, The Druggist 1501 Washington Ave. So. TOILET ARTICLES, DRUGS PRESCRIPTIONS. He Solicits You Patronage. N. W. Phone Nlc. 2455. W. M. LISBON TRANSFER AND FUEL ALL KINDS OF HAULING MOVING VANS... ...EXPRESSING 1316 4th St. So., Minneapolis. POPULAR PRICED SHOE REPAIRI'10 2010 Cedar Avenue, Minneapolis IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE. ST. PAUL Halloween brought with it unusual activity at the Branch—the Minnehaha and Arawana Camp Fire Groups, Blue Birds, Saturday morning Sewing Class and the young women of St. Paul, each had a party of its own, and each a success, judged by numbers nad merriment. The West End Branch will conduct a Finance and Membership Campaign next week under the direction of the Finance Committee. Mrs. George Wills, Chairman. A house to house canvass will be made by fifty members of the association in an attempt to raise $600, the amount necessary to carry on the work this year, in addition to the allowance of the Parent Association. A generous response is hoped for, from their many friends. A special service will be held next Sunday afternoon, Nov. 9th, at 4 o'clock, by the leaders, members and friends who will participate in the campaign. Monday, Nov. 10th, the Lucy L. Uhl Union W. C. T. U. will entertain the Mother's Club, at West End Branch at 2:30 o'clock. A good program of musical and literaty numbers will be presented. Mothers and well wishers are urged to be present. Edith A. Leonard, Sec'y. Mrs. Thos. Carroll, daughter of Mrs. Hinson of St. Paul, has returned from Plaza, N. D., where her husband has a claim. Mr. Carroll is expected to arrive shortly, and will return to his former employment on the Soo Ry. Miss Maude Melner is detained at the City Hospital, suffering from throat trouble, probably diphtheria. Mrs. Ollie Montgomery is visiting in Foun du Lac, Wis. The pipe organ in St. James A. M. E. Church is paid for. The proceeds of the Emancipation Celebration greatly assisted. Rev. H. P. Jones and Miss Carrie B. Monjoy will be married on Nov. 20. Reception in the Church parlors. Mrs. Toliver and daughters Mary and Ruth, returned home after a pleasant visit to Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Scott Mason, Mrs. Bettie Jones, Mrs. Bellesene have returned from visits in Chicago. Mrs. Geo. Ketchum of St. Anthony Ave., has returned from the hospital after an operation for appendicitis. Mrs. Ella Wheaton is residing at 792 St. Anthony Ave. Mr. and Mrs. James Mitchell of Rondo St., are the proud parents of a baby boy. Mrs. W. H. Talbert of Buffalo, N. Y., had charge of the Women's Section at the Emancipation Celebration in New York City. Mrs. Talbert is a sister of Mrs. W. R. Hardy of St. Paul. Mrs. Talbert also conducted a Women's Congress, which was one of the interesting and instructive features of the celebration. Mrs. J. W. Cleary suffered a stroke of paralysis at her residence on Monday night. She was taken to Bethesda Hospital on Wednesday. Her condition is very serious. Mrs. E. H. McDonald is on the sick list. A new Women's Club of Pilgrim Baptist Church was organized. Last meeting was held at the home of its president, Mrs. Bush. Miss Mary Satte-white is now in charge of the dining room at the St. Louis Kitchen. She is an experienced waitress, and a valuable addition to the service. COLOR LINE UNKNOWN. Mrs. V. D. Turner, the wife of Dr. Val Do Turner, St. Paul, Minn., special envoy and staff attachee, met with, and solicited consideration and the support of the "Minneapolis Sunday Forum," which meets bi-monthly, which resulted at its last meeting in the appointment by its President of a special committee, composed of Rev. E. E. Jackson, Rev. M. W. Withers, Rev. T. J. Carter, Rev. E. R. Edwards and the chairman of each of the Forum's Standing Committees, Mr. Philip F. Hale, Mr. Wm. Smith, Mr. Geo. Hall and Miss Eva Walker, to assist Mrs. Turner, in her efforts to reaffirm the parlors of the home, as since its doors were open to all children, the parlor's furnishings have been furnished by the Negro citizens of the State. The response to Mrs. Turner's notification was spontaneous, and the call is answered by the Negro citizens of Minneapolis, and St. Paul, and Duluth, Minn. The cause is worthy because of the invisibility of the Color Line,—P. F. Hale. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT. The Young Men's Progressive Club will give a Building Fund Entertainment in the way of a Grand Concert & Dance at National Guard Armory, Kenwood Parkway, Monday evening, Nov. 10th, 1913. Hon. Wallace G. Nye, Mayor of Minneapolis has agreed to address the audience, Dr. R. S. Brown will be the citizens representative in a few chosen words, Lawyer B. S. Smith will remark on the Y. M. P. C. future possibilities. Attorney Wm. R. Morris will be Master of Ceremonies. The presence of yourself and friends on this occasion will be highly appreciated. Program begins promptly 8:30 with McCullough's Orchestra.-C. McCullough, Chairman Entertainment Committee; Carl Wade, President; B. M. McDew, Secretary. THE YOUNG MEN'S PROGRESSIVE CLUB. Things They Are Doing. "The Young Men's Progressive Club" is a Minneapolis institution, and stands for respectability, sobriety, good citizenship and integrity; and has become recognized as being above the ordinary in everything it does. It has purchased a home lot 60x150 feet, on 22nd St., between 14th and 15th Avenues South, and is now struggling to pay for it. The funds raised by this entertainment will be applied on the lot. When this debt has been lifted, the Club will make a stupendous effort to erect a four story building thereon, for the accommodation of its own people for purposes such as lodges, concerts, lectures, literary work, etc. It may also be used for convention delegates of their own race, as two car lines will land them at any point in the city in a few minutes. The Club realizes that to accomplish these things means constant effort, uniformity of action, determination and race loyalty. With this assurance, and a little encouragement from the public, their hopes may be realized.—(Advertisement). The Purity Congress will meet next week. Vice conditions will be discussed, and the Negro population will be given a great consideration. OUR HOME-BULDERS COLUMN. OUR HOME-BULDERS COLUMN. Many of the homes of residents appearing in The Appeal Special Edition will be presented to our readers in these columns. We have arranged to show some of the many desirable homes owned by Negroes in the Twin Cities in each issue. We want to show the progress made by every person who owns a home. WATKINS HALL'S LUNCHES. There is one place in the city where clean and well cooked food is served. That is at Hall's Buffet Lunch, 251 Hennepin Ave. Mr. Hall does a saloon lunch business, and caters especially to the trade of his people. A trial will convince you that he delivers the goods. THE PASSWORD IS "GOOD ORDER" Judge Johnson's HARVEST FESTIVAL, Tanksgivi g Morning UNION TEMPLE HALL. 28 Washington Ave. So. GOOD MUSIC. REFRESHMENTS SPECIAL SUNDAY SUNNER. Chicken Soup—Fried Chicken (country style) — Roast Beef a la Creole Spagetti, Italian — Cold Slaw — Peach Cobbler — Tea, Coffee or Milk. ST. LOUIS KITCHEN, 138 E. 3rd St., St. Paul, Minn.—Advertisement. Messrs. Benj. Jones and Clarence Bell are making good in their recent business venture. They have the Barber Shop and Pool Room, formerly conducted by Mr. H. D. Parker at 244 Third Ave. So., and are doing their best to give satisfaction to their customers. This publication is supported only by its subscriptions and advertisements, and not by any Vice Commission, as has been reported. We are depending solely on our energy and efforts to succeed, and have made a financial sacrifice, of our own choice, for the good of the community. UNCLE SAM IS OUR AGENT. We do not annoy our subscribers by sending collectors or bills. Our people don't like Negro collectors, and we find it very hard to send bills each month. When you want to pay any bill it is easy to get a Post Office Order, and send it. Your receipt is from Uncle Sam. He is our best collector. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. --- DEMOCRATS WIN IN EACH STATE WALSH AN EASY WINNER Democratic Candidate In Massachusetts Has 53,691 Plurality, the Largest Ever Given the Candidate of That Party at the Polls. New York, Nov. 6.—Democratic governors were elected in each state where this office was filled—Massachusetts, New Jersey and Virginia. With the exception of New York state, where the Tammany Democracy was severely rebuked, more Democrat than Republican victories were recorded at the polls. Maryland elected a Democratic United States senator, Blair Lee. Of the four congressmen elected throughout the country three were Democrats. The exception was C. D. Paige in the Third district, Massachusetts. Only in New Jersey are complete figures lacking. There it is apparent that James F. Fielder, Democrat, has been elected governor over Edward C. Stokes, Republican, by 22,000. The Democrats also control the legislature. Landslide In Massachusetts. In Massachusetts there was a Democratic landslide. Lieutenant Governor David I. Walsh was chosen governor by a plurality of 53,691, the largest ever given a Democratic candidate for the office. Mr. Walsh carried with him into office every Democratic candidate on the state ticket, with the possible exception of the attorney general. The Tammany Democracy in New York state was condemned in a manner which left little solace to the leaders. John Purry Mitchel, fusionist, was elected mayor of New York, leading Edward E. McCall, the Tammany candidate, by 121,209 votes. William Sulzer, deposed governor of the state, was returned to the assembly from New York city. The New York state assembly will be safely Republican. Maryland Returns Incomplete. Baltimore, Nov. 6.-Owing to the long and cumbersome ballot returns from the election in Maryland are incomplete. The indications, however, are that Blair Lee, Democrat was elected to the United States senate by a plurality of about $0,000, and that the Democratic state ticket would do nearly as well. Mayor Baker Re-elected. Cleveland, Nov. 6.—Complete returns from Cleveland's nonpartisan election, preferential ballot, show that Mayor Newton D. Baker, Tom L. Johnson's political successor, was re-elected by a majority of 3,225 on first and second choice votes over Harry L. Davis, Republican, and Joseph E. Robb, Socialist. FOURTH VICTIM OF STRIKE Bystander Killed While Watching Indianapolis Riot. Indianapolis, Nov. 6.—Four dead was the toll of the local street car strike as the result of the death in a hospital of Thomas Carlton, shot Monday while watching a riot. Thomas Murphy, a strikebreaker, is held for the shooting. A conference between representatives of the state, county and city will be held to consider means for restoring law and order. If the police continue to refuse to man cars with strikebreakers it is thought likely that the sheriff will appoint deputies to guard the imported workers. A renewal of the rioting is expected to greet the appearance of cars. The local and interurban street railways have been completely tied up in the city since the strike was declared on Friday night. COLONEL AT BUENOS AYRES Former President Greeted by immense Crowd of People. Buenos Ayres, Argentina, Nov. 6.—Colonel Theodore Roosevelt arrived here on board the Argentine gunboat Uruguay from Montevideo. The gunboat was escorted into the harbor by a fleet of steamers dressed with flags from stem to stern. As she approached she fired a salute of twenty-one guns, to which the gunboat Rosario replied. A military band played the American and Argentine national anthems and an enormous crowd applauded as Colonel Roosevelt stepped ashore. Colonel Roosevelt afterward went with John W. Garrett, the American minister, to his residence. Thousands of people gathered in the streets along the way and cheered him. Many Alpine Climbers Killed. Basel, Switzerland, Nov. 6.—One hundred and sixty-five Alpine climbers were killed during the season just closed, according to government statistics. The killed include fourteen women and four guides. By nationalities the victims were: Austrians, 66; Germans, 49; Swiss, 24; Italians, 7; French, 6; English, 4; other countries, 9. WINTER COATS BEAUTIFUL NEW MODELS Arriving Daily from New York and on Sale, together with our Timely Purchase of Manufacturers' Sample Coats Sample Coats, intended $12.50 to sell at $19.50 ..... Sample Coats, intended $14.00 to sell at $22.50 ..... OTHER BARGAIN GROUPS $5.00, $8.50, $16.50 and $22.50 ALL SIZES ALL COLORS Every Desirable Material ROOT and HAGEMAN Exclusive Women's Clothes Shop 403-5-7 NICOLLET EDW. PIPKIN, P. H. SOUTHALL, ROBT. GLENN. NEXT THURSDAY NIGHT 1311 WASHINGTON AVE. 80, MINNEAPOLIS. IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE. We claim to be the best advertising medium of the Twin Cities, and when you're not advertised in the Twin City Star, you need not show—that's all. Because the people read the Star for the news, especially in Minneapolis. The day of the Town Crier is past. Be up-to-date, Advertise and Pay for it. A newspaper is the best medium. It reaches the homes and firesides of people who attend public entertainments. These people never go out and loiter around and read hand-bills and hang-up notices. They read the Twin City Star. YOUR LOOKS CAN BE IMPROVED by using MRS. WILSON'S BEAUTIFYING FORMULA. Will give you FREE INSTRUCTIONS with Hair Dressing, Hair Straightening, Manicuring, Massageing, also Hair Tonics, Cold Cream, etc. MADAM NOTAH WILSON Guaranteed Formulas for Beauti-fying. 563 Charles St. Tel. Dale 5252 OVER 65 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS SEN. MOSES E. CLAPP, Sen. Clapp of Minnesota has done everything to secure for the Negroes their Civil Rights. He has fought Discrimination, Class Legislation and Segregation. Every Negro should write a letter of thanks to the Senator of Minnesota for his untiring efforts in their be. THE ST. LOUIS KITCHEN. You can get a good meal, clean service, and courteous attention at the St. Louis Kitchen, 138 E. Third St., St. Paul. Mrs. Hinson is universally known for her good cooking. All matter must reach us by Wednesday for Insertion. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. --- Best Service Moderate Price HALL'S BUFFET-LUNCH 251 Hennspin Ave. Watkins Hall, Prop. N. W. Nic. 1534. T. S. Center 718 WILLIAM H. H. FRANKLIN. Attorney and Counselor at Law. 1020 Metropolitan Life Bldg. Notary Public. Minneapolis, Minn. Office, Nic. 1963 Res. Colfax 1835. DR. J. H. REDD, Physician and Surgeon. 111 SO. 6TH ST. Minneapolis, Minn. WM. T. FRANCIS8 Attorney and Counselor at Law, 89-90 Union Block, St. Paul. N. W. Cedar 5552 4th & Cedar Sta. R. O. LEE ATTORNEY AT LAW. Practice in all Courts. 25 Union Block, St. Paul, Minn. J- LOUIS ERVIN Attorney and Counsellor at Law 303 Court Block, St. Paul, Minn. Dr. John R. French DENTIST 304 Kendrick Block (27 E. 7th St.) Tel. Cedar 9804 ST. PAUL, MINN. FOR MEN ONLY. THE HOTEL PAUL, 112 WASHINGTON AVE. NO. E. S. Paul, Prop. Get Ready for Winter! STOVES REPAIRED AND SET UP Water Fronte, Brick and Cast Linings Nickel Replated Everything in Stove Repairs For Any Style Stove or Range Eighteen years of actual practice enables me to give you expert work at the Lowest Prices. Call N. W. South 6760 J. A. J U D Y, 2716 27½ STREET SO. T. S. Phone 3073 N. W. Main 959 2 The Porters and Waiters Club Incorporated GLOVER SHULL, President Waiters for Parties Furnished Also Porters Thos. H. Lyles 154 W. Fourth St. St. Paul. Lady Assistant When Desired. Free Service of Chapel and Organ Residence, 673 St. Anthony Ave., Tel.: Dale 2947. Calls answered Day or Night IN-MINNEAPOLIS OR ST. PAUL Both Phones 508. Phone T. S. Center 4085. WALFRID WESTMAN Photographer (Successor to H. Larson) 313 Washington Ave. Se. My Work for the Colored People has Always Given Satisfaction. CHURCHES. ST. PETERS A. M. E. CHURCH. 23d St. between 9th and 10th Ave. Services Sunday 10:30 a. m. and 8:00 p. m. Sunday school at 12:30. Rev. F. M. Lewin, Pastor. ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH, 315 Eighth Ave. So. Sunday services at 11 a.m. E. R. Sunday School at 1 p.m. Rev. E. R. Edwards, Pastor. BETHESA BAPT ST CHURCH, 119 8th St. So. between 111th St. Avenue Preaching Sunday 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. S. 8. 12:30. All welcome! Rev. T. J. Carter, Pastor. Res., 910 8th Ave. So. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH, 6th Avenue 9th St. So. Services morning and evening each sunny. Rev. M. W. Wilmer Ingram. ST. THOMAS SUNDAY SCHOOL. Every Sunday Afternoon at 3 P. M. Gale P. Hillyer, Supt. The People's Christian Mission, REV. G. W. MITCHELL, PASTOR. 1204 Washington Ave. So. ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL SCURCH 5th Ave. So. and 27th St. Minn. Rev A. H. Leaxtad, Rector. Service at 8 o'clock P. M. All are Invited. Come. ST. PAUL. ZION PRESSYTERIAN CHURCH. Services 11 A. M. and 8 P. M. Rev. G. W. Camp, Pastor. All are welcome. St. James A. M. E. Church, Rev. H. P. Jones, Pastor, Cor. Jay and Fuller Sta. All are welcome. ALLEN CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR OF ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH. Splendid meetings are being held each Sunday evening at 6:45 p.m. clock by the Allen Christian Endeavor Vol. 4, Friday, Nov. 1, 1913. No. 7. Elsewhere in the Post Office at Minneapolis as second class matter. PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY BY CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, Phone: N. W. Mic. 2624 "Head of the Lakes" Representative Gee. D. Kelley Duluth, Minn. Subscription by Mail, Postpaid. ONE YEAR ..... $2.00 SIX MONTHS ..... 1.20 THREE MONTHS ..... 1.25 CANADIAN SUBSCRIPTION ..... 2.50 4 columns inch, 1 insertion, $1.00. 1 col. inch—4 insertions (1 me.) $1.50 1 col. inch—13 insertions (3 mes.) $5.00 Special rates furnished on application Reading notices ...10 cents alone. 6 words constitute a line. The above rates apply to all classi- fications as follows, except Births, Notices, Barter and Exchange and all Cards of Thanks, Obituaries, Meeting ads, preceding Male Help. Births, Deaths, Cards of Thanks and Meeting Notices — Minimum charge, 25c for 15 words or less. Over 25 words, one cent for each word. We cannot publish "notes about persons" signed only by "subscriber." Many who have preferred to be "with their race at all times" are now kicking against government segregation, and they are right. But they were wrong, when they boasted of racial characteristics. Simon purity and their color etc. It was but an idle and ignorant boast. The Democrats gave them what they have been crying for. of the United States. The Constitutional League of Oklahoma with Lawyer William Harrison, of Oklahoma City as its leading attorney is contesting with vigor the "Jim Crow" laws of Oklahoma. He will, the last of November or the first of December, bring before the United States Supreme Court the case of McCabe et al vs. The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway So., et al. We are informed that jurist say that the Oklahoma case is the best prepared of its kind of any case yet put before the United States Supreme Court, and that it will now have to meet the issue squarely. There is one feature of this case that will be settled which will effect all of the Negroes in the United States and that is the Inter-State passenger law. If he succeeds it will put an end to all Jim Crowism, so far as Inter-State passengers are concerned. They will set even be subject to the Intr-State laws of the South. Hence we hereby appeal to every liberty loving woman, man and friend of the Negroes race in this country to make a contribution to the expense of fighting this cas. We think it is high time, if Negroes want liberty, they should be willing to pay something towards it. A few race loving men and women in the Oklahoma League, led by the Rev. W. H. Jernagin, D. D., who is now pastor of the Mount Carmel Baptist church, Washington, D. C., have made great sacrifice to bring the case through lower courts to its present stage and Mr. Harrison has practically given his service for nothing; but must be rewarded. We are informed that two able constitutional lawyers of Boston and New York will assist in this case. Therefore let everyone who is interested send at least $1. All contributions to be sent to Rev. W. H. Jaragain, D. D. 420 Q street, N. W. Washington, D. C. who will receipt you for the same. He is a reputable, straightforward, Christian gentleman, and will make an honest report of all money sent him. If persons making contributions do not object, their names will be published in the leading papers of their state. Yours for justice. S. W. Layton, Philadelphia, Pa. President Woman's Convention Auxiliary National Baptist Convention. Nannie H. Burroughs, Washington, D. C. Secretary Woman's Convention Auxiliary National Baptist Convention. P. S.→Editors of the race who are interested will please copy. Sprae Hitherte Unpublished Facts Re- garding Origin of Race Prejudice. BY JOHN E. BRUCE (GRIT). Should it be asked at what epoch the system of jim Crowing the Negro took its birth we shall answer on the testimony of the monuments of astronomy itself that its principles appear with certainty to have been established about 17,000 years ago. And if it be asked to what people it is to be attributed we shall answer that the same monuments, supported by unanimous traditions, attribute it to the first tribes of Egypt. Thus the Ethiopian of Thebes named the stars of inundation, or Aquarius, these stars under which the Nile began to overflow; stars of the Ox or the Bull, those under which they began to plow; stars of the Lion, those under which that animal, driven from the desert by thirst, appeared on the banks of the Nile; stars of the Sheaf or of the Harvest Virgin, those of the reaping season; stars of the Lamb, stars of the Nile Kida, those under which these precious animals were brought forth, and thus was resolved the first part of the difficulty.--From Chapter XXII, Unexpurated Copy, Volney's "Bulge of Empire." A perusal of this chapter will disclose the fact that Africa has given to modern civilization the science of astronomy and the religion with which it now seeks to humiliate and degrade the descendants of these tawny blacks. "The Ethiopians," says Lucian at page 985, "were the first who invented the science of the stars and gave names to the planets, not at random and without meaning, but descriptive of the qualities which they conceived them to possess, and it was from them that this art passed, still in an imperfect state, to the Egyptians." That moderns are capable of teaching to Negroes the principle of the religion of Jesus Christ, a religion which they profess, but do not practice, is, to say the least, amusing. God has evidently placed the Negro in America to test the reality of the white man's religion. The test is not creditable to him. His religion is a snare and a delusion, sounding brass and tinkling cymbals. And the Negro will not have it because he does not need it. NEW PUBLICATION ON THE COMMINGLING OF THE RACES Caesar Taylor's Book Strikes at the Root of American Injustice. Caesar A. A. P. Taylor of Philadelphia may not be a prophet in the Biblical sense of the term nor the son of a prophet, but the accuracy with which he has foretold in his book the present situation of the United States in its relation to other countries shows him to be a man of broad vision. With no other desire but to truthfully interpret the meaning of the injustice to the colored people of this country as practiced by legislators and sanctioned by the national government, he tells how class legislation as seen in the discrimination against the Afro-American citizen on public conveyances, segregation in cities and places of public accommodation will react upon those responsible for the existence of such injustice. The title of Mr. Taylor's book, "The Conflict and Commingling of the Races," is most appropriate. This new work on the great American problem, wherein the Negro is forcefully and fearlessly defended against the attacks of Tillman, Vardaman. Please and all others who delight in singling him out for drastic arraignment in print and speech and making him a special subject for reactionary legislation, is bound to have a salutary effect upon the public conscience. The author enjoys a wide acquaintance and correspondence with many of the foremost personages in this country and abroad. His vast experience and past associations have afforded opportunities which equip him with ability to speak or write interestingly and instructively. He is optimistic throughout, yet his language is startling, cutting and firm. His book is a courageous and manly defense. He does not whimper nor whine. He asks no quarter. He has put together in "The Conflict and Commingling of the Races" a book which turns both the opposition and the arguments of the opposition into a missile which he hurts with a compelling and effective force. A normal of the book will fully attest to what is here claimed for it and more. The following excerpts from "The Conflict and Commingling of the Races" are indicative of what the volume of 124 pages contains: "A jimcrow country, jimcrow church and jimcrow preachers are not calculated to inspire either men or women with reverence for a religion so plainly hypocritical." "There is no God, and Christ is a myth if this country can exist with two standards of justice, one for white men, and one for black men." The church is inaptent. "I have no respect for nor faith in a religion professed by those who condone national crimes against any race of people." "Lynchings, burials of human beings, denials of justice and legislative wrongs are not the products of a Christian land. If so, then I want nothing of American history." "There are great wrongs yet to be righted while the victims cry aloud to deaf ears and hearts of stone." "There are many justice loving, noble hearted white people at the south, but the curse of that people and their glorious Eden-like land is the result of the wrongs of the Tillmanns, Vardamana, Blesses and other demagogues of greater or lesser source." TWIN CITY STAR New York Celebration Embarks Many Notable Features of Progress. By N. BARNET DOBSON New York.-With beautiful decorations and thrilling music by E. D. Thompson's band of the New Amsterdam Musical association, the New York emancipation proclamation exhibition opened auspiciously in the Twelfth Regiment armory in this city Wednesday, Oct. 22. The character and quality of the exhibits and the variety of information found on charts and placards which enriched the entire building afforded entertainment in abundance for the thousands in attendance throughout the ten days of the exposition. As if by magic the spectators were drawn to the Egyptian art temple, which stood near the center of the building. In this magnificent structure were shown paintings, drawings, sculpture and other works of art, portraying the handwork of members of the race, which were counted worthy by art critics of national and international fame to stand side by side with the works of the most finished artists of modern times. In the center of the temple stood an eight foot group of statuary emblematic of and interpreting "Humanity Freeing the Slaves." This production is by Miss Meta Varrick of Philadelphia, who received her art education at the Industrial Art school in her home city and subsequently studied for three years under Rodin in Paris. On a large canvas is shown the gallant upbill charge of the famous Twenty-fifth United States regiment at the battle of El Caney in the Spanish-American war. In the ball of fame were distributed photographs of Douglass, Langsten, Bruce, Pinchback, Washington and many other pictures of noted men of the race. In this was also a picture showing the jury which tried Jefferson Davis, said to be the first mixed jury to serve at a trial in the United States. The exhibits showing the religious advance of the race were creditable and quite complete in detail. The industrial exhibits were numerous. The booth of the Howard Orphanage Industrial school was one of the main centers of attraction in this department, as all of the exhibits were the production of the children of the institution. There were samples of new shoes, shoes repaired, plain and fancy sewing, embroidery work and farm products. Four cabbages weighing eighty pounds occupied the center of the platform. The historical pageant of the race—a great scenic production, written by Commissioner Du Bols and produced with 550 actors in full costume, with orchestra and chorus and a regiment of boy scouts under Major R. C. Wendell—was given Thursday evening Oct. 28; Saturday afternoon (matines). Oct. 25; Tuesday evening, Oct. 28, and Thursday evening, Oct. 30. From 5,000 to 8,000 persons witness this thrilling play each time. When the play was over on Tuesday evening there were calls for Dr. Du Bols from thousands of voices, so pleased were the spectators. The exposition closed Friday evening. Oct. 81, with an All Halloween costume ball and exposition band concert. SUFFRAGE IN OKLAHOMA. Counsel For Advancement Association Counsel For Advancement Association Questions Validity of New Law. Mr. Moorfield Storey, counsel for the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People, has filed with the United States supreme court a brief in behalf of the association in the case of Frank Guinn and J. J. Beal against the United States. The case concerns an amendment to the Oklahoma constitution, adopted in 1910, which the association contends discriminates against the Negro race in the matter of the suffrage. The case comes before the supreme court on a certificate from the circuit court of appeals for the eighth circuit, asking instructions in regard to two questions relative to the validity of the amendment, which reads as follows: No person shall be registered as an elector of this state or be allowed to vote in any election herein unless he be able to read and write any section of the constitution of the state of Oklahoma. And no person who was on Jan. 1, 1868, or at any time resided in some foreign nation, and no lineal descendant of such person shall be denied the right to register and vote because of his inability to so read and write sections of such constitution. Predetect election inspectors having in charge the registration of electors shall enforce the provisions of this section at the time of registration provided registra-tion should register be dispensed with the registration shall be enforced by the precinct election officer when electors apply for ballots to vote. Second.—Was that amendment void in so far as it attempted to debar from the right or privilege of voting for a qualified candidate for a member of congress in Oklahoma unless they were able to read and write any section of the constitution? Oklahoma Negro citizens of the United States were required to vote for a qualified candidate for a member of congress in that state, but where not and none of whose line ancestors was entitled to vote under any form of government on Jan. 1, 1866, or at any time prior thereto because they were then slaves? "The amendment to the constitution of Oklahoma now before the court is one of many similar provisions adopted in certain states, varying in their language, but intended to accomplish the same object, and that an object forbidden by the constitution of the United States," says Mr. Storey in the opening of the brief. Manselon Which Once Sheltered the Illustrious Champion of Freedom For His People Neglected and Decayed. Quick Action Needed to Keep the Property From Being Sold. Washington.—Fifty years after our freedom and thirteen years after the death of the man who more than any single person contributed by his agitation to our deliverance from bondage the old home of the late illustrious Frederick Douglass rests under a heavy mortgage. The old mansion, with its furniture, books, papers, art treasures and curios which were gathered by him, is fast going to decay, and the fifteen acres of ground surrounding and belonging to the home are but a tangled mesh of weeds and rank growth of vines. Located at the top of Cedar hill, overlooking the beautiful Potomac river and the city of Washington, this home is one of the pictureque spots in the District of Columbia. The home was bequeathed to the race to be held and preserved, with its contents and its land, as a memorial to that gigantic figure who braved the mobs before the war declaring that his race should and must be freed. To those who were wont to make a pilgrimage out to Cedar bill and converse with Mr. Douglass when living and who knew of the natural and man made beauty of the old estate its present decay, its almost total abandonment to neglect, is pathetic. It suggests the question, "Has the race reverence for those who labored and suffered in order that we might be free?" If the property were put up at sale today it would bring a big sum, for Washington has grown up to and around the Douglass home, and the street cars in twenty minutes will take one from the home to the White House or to the national capitol. Unless the heavy mortgage under which the home rests is lifted soon the property, the books, papers, furniture and art treasurers which were once the pride of Mr. Douglass and which took a lifetime to rather may pass into the hands of another race. It would be a lasting disgrace were this race of 10,000,000 beings fifty years after the achieving of their liberty, which boasts of $700,000,000 wealth, to permit this home to pass from it, and the spot which ought to be forever preserved as a mecca and a shrine to which the Negroes of the country might go and honor the memory of its once great owner be desecrated by the implons hand of Mammon. An effort is now being put forth to raise sufficient money to pay off the mortgage and to put the home and grounds in repair and make them a monument to the name and fame of Mr. Douglas and a place of reverence, the same as the home of George Washington at Mount-Vernon is preserved by the white people of this country. It is figured out that if every Negro but contributed 10 cents a fund would be raised sufficient to pay off the mortgage, restore the house to its former beauty, endow the grounds with a wealth of beauty and make of it a fitting memorial to the late Frederick Douglas. The property now belongs to our people. It will not be theirs long, however. If the mortgage is not soon lifted. The trustees of the home are A. H. Grimke, Rev. F. J. Grimke, Dr. J. E. Moorland and Whitfield McKinlay of Washington, Professor W. H. Hoggman of Atlanta, Ga., and Rev. E. A. Clark of Louisville, Ky. Ralph W. Tylier of Washington, former auditor for the navy and now national organizer for the National Negro Business league, has been placed in charge of a campaign to raise money to pay off the mortgage. To save his home to the race to whom it was bequeathed as a legacy is the effort being made. For 10,000,000 of people to permit this old home to pass into the hands of the impious would be a lasting disgrace. Those Negroes who possess race pride, a reverence and respect for the memory and labors of Mr. Douglas and wish to contribute to the fund being raised to save it may communicate with Mr. Tyler at 928 T street. N. W., Washington. Every child as well as every adult ought to feel it his duty to help save the old home of Frederick Douglas, which was bequeathed to the race be served for a lifetime. A Douglas memorial certificate will be sent to each contributor. Always is it faith in someone or something that inspires us to lift our work above the commonplace. Reliable, live, honest, hustling events for the Twin City Star. You can make a good living with this work as a side line. Agents wanted in Mil- waukee, Chicago, Omaha, Kansas City, Burlard, Ore., Seattle, Denver, Des Volace and Sloux City. Write for terms to The Twin City Star, Minne- apolis, Minn. GOLDEN GRAIN BELT BEERS Foreign Beer that Golden Grain Belt is the n America. Be wise. SERVE YOUR G Foreign Beer Experts Say that Golden Grain Belt is the nearest like the imported, of any in America. Be wise. 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